Using the back of a spoon, grind garlic and salt together until they form a paste. Mix in the rest of the ingredients, grinding with a spoon to maintain the pasty texture. Toss with the shrimp and let sit for an hour in the fridge.

Heat three tablespoons vegetable oil in a pan until shimmering. Add shrimp and cook about two minutes per side, or until they turn red (don't overcook, or they'll get tough.)

Serve immediately.

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